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P618 DAU

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,443 mi
Last recorded12,443 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 DAU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 12,443 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 12,429 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 12,350 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 12,270 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 12,187 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 12,072 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 12,057 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 11,928 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 10,516 miles

wiper in poor condition

Fail 2 May 2012 10,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

wiper in poor condition

Pass 14 Jul 2010 9,824 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 8,135 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 6,132 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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P618 DAU is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P618 DAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P618 DAU registered?

P618 DAU is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P618 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 DAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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